Chapter 6: The Turning Point
Ava and Ethan's conversation had taken a surprising turn. They had moved from discussing business to sharing personal stories and feelings. Ava felt a sense of vulnerability that she hadn't experienced in a long time.
As they sat there, Ava realized that she had been wrong about Ethan. He wasn't just a ruthless businessman; he was a complex person with his own motivations and desires.
Ethan leaned forward, his eyes locked onto hers. "Ava, I want to get to know you better," he said, his voice low and husky.
Ava felt a flutter in her chest. She wasn't sure if she was ready to open up to him, but a part of her wanted to take the chance.
"I'd like that," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Ethan smiled, and Ava's heart skipped a beat. She felt a sense of excitement and anticipation.
As they talked, Ava found herself sharing more and more about her past. She told him about her childhood, her struggles, and her dreams. Ethan listened intently, his eyes never leaving hers.
Ava felt a sense of connection with him that she hadn't felt with anyone in a long time. It was as if they had known each other for years, not just a few weeks.
As the hours passed, Ava realized that she had been living in a state of constant stress and anxiety. But with Ethan, she felt a sense of calm and peace.
"I should go," Ava said, her voice reluctant.
Ethan nodded, his eyes locked onto hers. "I'll walk you out," he said, his voice low and husky.
As they walked out of the office building, Ava felt a sense of uncertainty. She didn't know what the future held, but she knew that she wanted to spend more time with Ethan.
"Would you like to grab dinner with me?" Ethan asked, his eyes sparkling with hope.
Ava smiled, her heart racing with excitement. "I'd love to," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Ethan grinned, and Ava's heart skipped a beat. She felt a sense of excitement and anticipation.
As they walked to the restaurant, Ava knew that she was taking a chance. She was stepping into the unknown, and she wasn't sure what would happen.
But she was ready to take the risk. She was ready to see where things would go with Ethan.